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Dog, cat, bat and human bites

Dog, cat and human bites are the most common types of animal bite. Here's what to do if you get bitten by an animal or have contact with a bat.
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Australian bat lyssavirus infection (ABLV)

Find out about Australian bat lyssavirus (ABLV) and learn what to do if you are bitten or scratched by a bat. ABLV can be prevented with vaccination.

Keeping healthy and safe with pets and other animals

Staying safe and healthy with pets and animals. Learn how to manage animal bites, reduce infections and keep children safe around pets.

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Dog, cat, bat and human bites

Australian bat lyssavirus infection (ABLV)

Keeping healthy and safe with pets and other animals

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